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Yes, colonists referred to British soldiers as "redcoats" due to their distinctive red uniforms. This term became particularly prominent during the American Revolutionary War as a way to identify British troops on the battlefield. The red coat symbolized British military presence and authority, which the colonists increasingly opposed.
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What names were the British soldiers called?
Tommies or if naval personnel Limeys or historically Redcoats
What does redcoat mean in Boston?
British Soldier. The Colonists called them "Redcoats" because of their red uniforms. For the same reason, the Colonists also called them "Lobster Backs."
What was the name given to the British soldiers by the people of Boston?
The people of Boston (Aka the Patriots) had some pretty mean names for the British soldiers. They were called Redcoats due to their red uniforms, and Lobseterbacks because back then everyone hated lobsters and the uniforms were red. They also called them Regulars, Kings men, and other names still around today.
Why did the trial of british soldiers helped the colonists calm down?
The British soldiers realized the situation was about to explode and called for help.
Who fought for the English king during the American revolution?
Redcoats(british), Hessians german soldiers also called mercenaries. These soldiers fought not out of loyalty but for pay
What did colonists call British Soldiers?
The British soldiers were (aptly enough) called "redcoats".
Were the union soldiers or conferate soldiers ever called the redcoats?
No, that was in the Revolutionary War where the British were called Redcoats.
What did the British do when the colonists called them redcoats?
they threw rocks
British soldiers were also called?
Redcoats or lobsterback.
What was the nickname patriots called the British soldiers?
Redcoats :)
Nickname for the British soldiers?
British soldiers were called Lobsterbacks because of their red uniform coats. Colonial soldiers (technically, not soldiers, but militia) were called Minute Men bacuse they could be ready for action on a minute's notice.
What are some nicknames that they called the British soldiers?
Redcoats was one nickname.
What was the nickname for the redcoats?
British Redcoats can be a name to describe the Butlins' Entertainers, who traditionally wear Red Coats. Butlins is a British holiday camp company, founded by Sir Billy Butlin. Alternatively, it can be a name used to describe a historical British soldier, who also wore red coats. More Information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_coat_(British_army)
What names were the British soldiers called?
Tommies or if naval personnel Limeys or historically Redcoats
Colonist refer to the British soldiers as what?
"Redcoats" or by the rebels they were called "lobsterbacks." also 'bloodybacks'
What were the German troops called in the Revolutionary War?
The British were call redcoats, lobsterbacks, regulars and bloodybacks
What was the term applied by the british to the colonists?
The colonists called the British soldiers Red Coats. This is because of the uniforms they wore, which were red. The British called the colonists Yankees.
